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Nurturing passion for the outdoors through recreational experiences
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Safeguarding critical landscapes and supporting sustainable land use
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Embracing a welcoming environment and expanding opportunities for all
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Western MA Activity Committees »
AMC offers over 8,000 adventures annually, from local chapter activities to major excursions worldwide, for every ability level and outdoor interest. Our Western MA activity committees plan and lead nearly 300 of these activities every year. Join us for hiking, biking, paddling, mountaineering and many other outdoor activities, or volunteer to help maintain trails and corridors!
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August Camp 2024: Central Cascades »
Immerse yourself in the beautiful landscapes of the Deschutes and Willamette National Forests, as well as the pristine Three Sisters and Mount Jefferson Wilderness Areas. There
are miles of trails that offer some of the best views in all of Oregon – including Cascade peaks, glaciers, waterfalls, alpine meadows, summertime wildflowers, lava fields, mountain
lakes, and other natural wonders.
New! Member Favorites: Bicycling »
Favorite guided routes to bike in western MA, compiled by the Western MA Bicycling Committee
Hiking Chair Wanted!
The volunteer role of the Hiking Chair is to support leaders in offering a variety of hikes to AMC members and other participants, with a safe, fun, inclusive, and welcoming approach. This includes assisting leaders with hike planning and scheduling; encouraging and assisting interested hikers in becoming trained leaders; learning and sharing related AMC and Chapter policies; attending monthly Executive Commitee meetings; creating basic activity reports and submitting the committee's annual budget; and collaborating with fellow committee members to reach goals.Curious? Drop us a line at info@amc-wma.org for more information or to share your interest. We look forward to welcoming you! Learn why we do what we do, and gain the satisfaction of facilitating outdoor discovery and exploration!Committee Highlights
Highlights are sorted by date added to the database. Scroll to see all.